Crispy Bang Bang cauliflower (or chicken)
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10 Sep 2026

Crispy, crunchy and packed with flavour, this air fryer bang bang cauliflower delivers a satisfying twist on a takeaway favourite, with a spicy yoghurt sauce and plenty of protein.
Crispy Bang Bang cauliflower (or chicken)
Crispy, crunchy and packed with flavour, this air fryer bang bang cauliflower delivers a satisfying twist on a takeaway favourite, with a spicy yoghurt sauce and plenty of protein.
Ingredients
Serves 3
Cauliflower (cut into florets)
1 (small)
Plain flour
60 g
Garlic granules
1 tsp
Paprika
1 tsp
Pinch of salt
Unsweetened plant milk
120 ml
Cornflakes
80 g
0% fat Greek Yoghurt
3 tbsp
Sirarcha
1 tbsp
Method - Cook
- Prepare the batter: Add the flour, garlic granules, paprika and salt to a bowl. Gradually whisk in the plant milk until you have a smooth, thick batter.
- Prepare the coating: Place the cornflakes in a bowl or food bag and crush them into small pieces, keeping some texture for extra crunch.
- Coat the cauliflower (or chicken breasts): Dip each cauliflower floret into the batter, allowing any excess to drip off, then coat in the crushed cornflakes. Press gently so the coating sticks.
- Air fry: Place the cauliflower in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry at 190°C for 15–18 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Tip: Don't overcrowd the air fryer. Cook in batches if necessary to get the crispiest coating.
- Make the sauce: Mix the Greek Yoghurt and sriracha together.
- Toss the crispy cauliflower in the bang bang sauce just before serving, or drizzle the sauce over the top.
For a more fibre-rich meal: serve with 100g cooked brown rice and steamed broccoli or edamame. This adds approximately 3 to 5g fibre depending on the combination.
If you want to make Bang Bang chicken instead, simply replace the cauliflower with two chicken breasts, cut into cubes.
How to video
Our easy how to video shows you the simple steps to make this delicious recipe.
